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Chapter 299 The Han Family's Visit

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Chen Anran remained silent. He knew that Han Bailian was telling the truth. From the Feng family's initiative to befriend them, to the Han family's solemn visit, and the increasing number of independent cultivators and inquiring eyes from all sides at the resort, everything indicated that the Yunyin Sect could no longer remain completely uninvolved.

"So," Han Bailian said, seeing that Chen Anran remained silent, knowing that his words had worked, he revealed his true purpose, "My trip here is on behalf of the Han family of the lake, hoping to establish a deeper cooperative relationship with the Yunyin Sect. It's not just about trading pills and materials, but also about supporting each other in intelligence, personnel, and even certain future 'changes'."

Chen Anran remained silent for a moment, then looked up at Han Bailian. "What Fellow Daoist Han said is indeed true. When a storm is brewing, no one can remain unscathed. However, the Yunyin Sect's foundation is still shallow, and all we seek is stable development and protection for our disciples. I appreciate the Han family's good intentions, but the deeper alliance involves many aspects, and we need to wait until our senior sister emerges from seclusion before making a decision together."

He paused, his tone gentle yet undeniable: "In matters of the sect, I am ultimately only acting as a custodian and cannot make decisions on my own. I hope Fellow Daoist Han understands."

This statement was perfectly worded, neither a complete rejection nor an easy promise, leaving the decision to Su Wan after she emerged from seclusion, which was reasonable.

A fleeting hint of disappointment crossed Han Bailian's eyes, but it was quickly masked by a smile. He picked up his teacup, took a sip, and laughed heartily: "I understand, of course I understand! Important matters of the sect should be handled with utmost care. I was being presumptuous, Fellow Daoist Chen, please forgive me."

He set down his teacup, his expression regaining its composure: "In that case, let's only discuss our friendship today and nothing else. I will stay at the foot of the mountain for another two days. If your sect needs anything, or if Fellow Daoist Chen is available, please feel free to contact me at any time."

"Definitely." Chen Anran smiled and nodded.

After chatting for a while, Han Bailian got up to take his leave. Chen Anran personally escorted him to the mountain gate, with Feng Xiaolu and Zhao Mengmeng accompanying him.

Watching the five members of the Han family slowly descend the stone steps and their figures gradually disappear into the forest mist, Chen Anran stood quietly for a moment before turning back to the mountain.

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When Han Bailian returned to the "International Hot Spring Hotel" of the resort, it was already afternoon.

The hotel was an antique-style building with a tranquil environment. The Han family had booked the entire top floor suite. He told the four members of his clan to go back to their rooms to rest, while he went into the largest suite at the far end.

The door closed, and the room was completely silent. Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows, Yunyin Mountain remained lush and green under the afternoon sun, and the faint sounds of people coming from the main street of the resort in the distance only accentuated the tranquility of the place.

Han Bailian walked to the window, stood with his hands behind his back, and looked in the direction of Yunyin Mountain. The gentle smile on his face gradually faded, and his eyes showed a complex expression, including deep thought, regret, and a trace of anxiety.

"He refused?"

A young voice suddenly rang out in the room, its tone light and even a little playful, but no one was in sight.

Han Bailian's body stiffened slightly, then relaxed. He didn't turn around, still gazing out the window, his voice steady: "As expected. Chen Anran may seem gentle, but he is actually very opinionated, and he values ​​the purity of Sect Leader Su Wan... or rather, the Yunyin Sect itself. He naturally won't agree to a hasty alliance proposal."

"Heh." The voice chuckled softly, elusive, as if it came from every corner of the room at the same time. "Pretty cautious, huh? But it doesn't matter. The piece has already been placed; if he doesn't take it, someone else will."

Han Bailian paused for a moment, then said, "What you promised me..."

"Don't worry." The voice interrupted him. "Su Wan is yours. With her pure Yin body, virginity, and impending breakthrough in cultivation, she's the perfect 'furnace'. After it's done, you can take her away; I won't stop you. As for how to make her willingly return to the lake with you, that's your business."

Han Bailian's breathing quickened slightly, a flicker of fervor flashing in his eyes, but he quickly suppressed his inner excitement. He frowned and asked, "And you? Having done so much, and even… what do you seek?"

Suddenly the room fell silent.

Just as Han Bailian's forehead was beaded with sweat and he began to wonder if the other party had quietly left, the voice rang out again, but it was even more elusive and colder than before.

"I originally thought you were smarter than that fool Liu Wuye, but now it seems..." He paused slightly before continuing, "Some things are better left unsaid. Just remember, by cooperating with me, you can obtain the 'furnace' you've always dreamed of, and the Han family can find a sturdy enough ship to weather the storms ahead. That's enough."

Han Bailian's heart skipped a beat. He took a deep breath. "I spoke too much. Everything... will proceed according to plan."

"Very good." The voice seemed more satisfied. "Remember, cooperate with me, and you will get what you want."

As soon as he finished speaking, the last trace of the strange atmosphere in the room disappeared without a trace, leaving only the faint sounds of the city outside the window and Han Bailian's slightly heavy breathing.

He walked to the table, sat down, poured himself a cup of tea that had long since gone cold, and drank it all in one gulp. The icy liquid slid down his throat, but it couldn't extinguish the fire burning in his heart, a fire fueled by a mixture of desire and a sense of crisis.

With a pure Yin body, a virgin's essence, and a cultivation level on the verge of breaking through... Su Wan is indeed a top-tier "furnace" among ten thousand. If he could obtain her and utilize the Han family's secret dual cultivation method, his long-standing bottleneck would surely be broken through in one fell swoop, and he might even have a chance to glimpse the path to the Golden Core!

Therefore, it's worth taking some risks and negotiating with a tiger.

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On the back mountain of Yunyin, Chen Anran came to a secluded cliff edge alone. He stood with his hands behind his back, looking down at the increasingly bustling resort below and the dark green mountains in the distance.

Han Bailian's visit today, seemingly polite and courteous, was actually a calculated move. The generous yet "just right" gift, the seemingly heartfelt words that actually contained probing and enticement, and the final suggestion of "mutual support"... all indicated that the Han family was not content with merely commercial dealings.

They wanted to tie themselves to the Cloud Hidden Sect, a war machine that might be accelerating.

Deep down, Chen Anran felt a strange, inexplicable feeling towards Han Bailian. This man had a kind face and spoke earnestly, but his eyes were sometimes too eager, especially when he mentioned his senior sister Su Wan. The momentary pause and subtle change in expression did not completely escape Chen Anran's notice.

Although Han Bailian wasn't present during that trip to Chongqing, with so many people around, it was inevitable that the matter of Su Wan's "pure yin body" would be revealed.

"Perhaps his real goal isn't just to get on our bandwagon, but rather..."

Chen Anran shook his head. There was no evidence; it was all just speculation.

But the defensive heart is indispensable.

But if his target really is his senior sister...

A cold glint flashed in Chen Anran's eyes, and the Imperial Sword appeared out of thin air beside him.

"Then don't blame me later..."